1969 Ford Capri vs. 1973 NSU 1000
To start off, 1973 NSU 1000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1973 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1973 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 315 kg more than 1973 NSU 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Ford Capri (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1973 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | NSU |
| Model | Capri | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2260 mm |
